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Wing Head - Senior

₹9.7L – ₹16L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 16 Aug
Darjeeling, West Bengalfull-timePosted 12d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Wing Head - Senior
School
Vidya Jyoti Academy
City
Darjeeling
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹16L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
16 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Wing Head - Senior salary in Darjeeling — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹12.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Wing Head - Senior

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a Wing Head - Senior in Darjeeling, West Bengal at Vidya Jyoti Academy. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Vidya Jyoti Academy: a senior secondary institution in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1990,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. What the role looks like: the Wing Head - Senior owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.7 LPA – ₹15.5 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Vidya Jyoti Academy. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

How do I write an application email for this Wing Head - Senior role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

What is the salary for this Wing Head - Senior role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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What questions are asked in a Wing Head - Senior interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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About the school

Vidya Jyoti Academy

Key facts about Vidya Jyoti Academy

Key facts
Founded
1990
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ARUN CHHETRI
Affiliation #
2430176
Address
FIRE BRIGADE LINE, P.O. BIJANBARI, PUULBAZAR, DARJEELING WEST BENGAL 734201, Fire Brigade Line, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734201

Vidya Jyoti Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.

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